tappet
IPA: tˈæpʌt
noun
- A lever or projection which is moved by some other piece, as a cam, or intended to tap or touch something else, in order to produce change or regulate motion.
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Examples of "tappet" in Sentences
- The mechanic adjusted the tappet to ensure the engine was running smoothly
- I could hear a faint tapping noise coming from the tappet in my car
- The tappet was causing the engine to misfire, so it needed to be replaced
- It's important to regularly check and maintain the tappet in your vehicle
- After the tappet was fixed, the car ran much more quietly
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